Sea buckthorn seed oil is a nutrient-rich protectant that helps shield skin from environmental stressors while nourishing with natural vitamins and antioxidants.
Family
Elaeagnaceae (Oleaster family)
Plant Part
Seed
Lifeform
Shrub
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
225234-03-7
Form
Oil
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Antioxidant
Fights free radicals — the unstable molecules from UV, pollution, and stress that break down collagen and cause premature aging.
Protectant
Nourishes & Protects
Traditional Use
Used in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Siberian folk medicine for centuries to treat wounds, burns, and skin conditions. Modern research validated its high vitamin C and omega fatty acid content for skin regeneration.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
all-shades-safe
Concentration Guide
Industry Max
Industry typically uses up to 96.0% in leave-on products (12 products reported). Source: CIR Safety Assessment (CIR Seq 577).